Ancient spas were gathering places where people would share a bath while discussing politics, gossip of the gods, and the odds-on favorites in the Pegasus races. Bet on certain relaxation with today's Groupon to Sir Spa. Choose between the following options:

• For $70, you get a one-hour executive massage (a $140 value).
• For $75, you get a one-hour executive face treatment (a $150 value).

Sir Spa, which caters primarily to men, also welcomes women to enjoy its extensive menu of soothing spa services. Slip into serenity in the one-hour executive massage ($140 value), which calls on soothing oils, Swedish techniques, foot reflexology, and a roomful of lullaby-chanting grandmothers to create a mellifluous mix-tape for muscles. Hair and scalp attempt a return to original factory-issue form via a hydrating treatment before the invigorating one-hour executive face treatment ($150 value). Microdermabrasion blasts away defeated skin cells and smoothes out inept fine lines before a cleansing and toning, and a deep-cleaning pulls lingering debris and almost-forgotten insults from penitent pores. A final rejuvenating mask readies façades for front-line action.

Exposed brick, dark wood, and distinguished neutrals round out Sir Spa's grizzled girth. Whittle away waiting times in chunky leather recliners while watching the large plasma TV in the relaxation lounge.

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